Bakery/Deli Clerk

Kroger in; Shelby Township (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in the grocery sector is seeking a Bakery/Deli Clerk to enhance customer experiences through exceptional service. In this role, you will prepare bakery and deli items, assist customers, and maintain a clean and safe environment. The company values diversity and inclusion, offering comprehensive benefits, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for growth. If you're passionate about food and customer service, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team and contribute to a community-focused mission.

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off including holiday and sick pay

Employee discounts on purchases

Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000

Opportunities for growth and training

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery and deli items per customer requests using proper equipment.
• Provide customers with fresh products, ensuring correct portion sizes.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and guidelines.

Skills

Customer Service skills

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of basic math

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Bakery/Deli Clerk (Finance)

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in reaching sales and profit goals and monitor all quality assurance standards. Embrace the Customer 1st strategy and encourage associates to deliver excellent customer service. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety of others.

From a small Cincinnati grocery store over a century ago, we've grown into the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores across 35 states under 28 different names. As America's grocer, we pride ourselves on bringing diverse teams together with a passion for food and people, united by the purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We continually innovate to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities, and colleagues, with food at the heart of it all.

Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We support your growth with value and care. If you're caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we have a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to join our Kroger family!

What you'll receive from us:

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your well-being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial, and more. We help you thrive with access to:

• Affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage through company or collective bargaining plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and service length.
• Free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology, and more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career through our Continuing Education program.
• Opportunities for growth via industry-leading training and diverse career pathways.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page!

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Customer Service skills
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math
• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit upon employment

Desired Previous Job Experience:

• Customer Service skills
• Bakery or Deli experience (helpful)
• Retail experience

Essential Job Functions:

1. Prepare bakery and deli items per customer requests using proper equipment.
2. Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or inquire about products.
3. Inform customers of bakery and/or deli specials.
4. Provide customers with fresh products, ensuring correct portion sizes to prevent shrinkage.
5. Recommend bakery or deli items to customers to meet their needs.
6. Use bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to guidelines.
7. Follow food temperature logs and cooking instructions when preparing foods.
8. Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients using appropriate utensils and equipment.
9. Package, label, and inventory ingredients and merchandise properly.
10. Check product quality, review "sell by" dates, and take appropriate actions.
11. Operate kitchen equipment safely, including stoves, scales, fryers, steamers, and robots.
12. Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise.
13. Report discrepancies in product ordering or shipping to the manager.
14. Understand store layout and locate products upon request.
15. Stay current with ads and promotions.
16. Maintain knowledge of products and respond to customer inquiries with suggestions.
17. Monitor inventory and stocking conditions, noting discrepancies.
18. Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers, maintaining logs.
19. Promote trust and respect among colleagues.
20. Create a welcoming environment for customers, answering questions and making them feel valued.
21. Adhere to food safety regulations and guidelines.
22. Follow safety procedures, report unsafe conditions, and notify management of accidents.
23. Inspect equipment regularly and notify management of repairs needed.
24. Manage conflicts professionally and cooperatively.
25. Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
26. Follow directions and seek assistance to resolve issues.
27. Support minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults through direct interaction.
28. Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.